TWO PIECE SOLDER END BALL VALVE

INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION
1)
Thoroughly clean and prepare the piping system before valve installation.
2)
Remove the valve end caps if present, and inspect the valve ports and seating
surfaces for cleanliness just prior to installation.
3)
Support the valve to prevent unnecessary stresses induced by connecting pipe.
4)
Be sure the rating of the valve is compatible with the intended service conditions.
5)
Operate the valve from the full open to closed position.
6)
Solder end ball valves should be installed with the valve in a closed position.
Extreme care must be used to prevent overheating of the valve causing damage to seats
and seals. Consult catalog engineering section for information on soldering procedures.
7)
Use care to direct the flame away from the valve body. Use care to prevent the flame
from making contact with the valve body as damage can occur.
8)
Verify the tightness of the packing nut after installation, and valve cools.
OPERATION
1)

2)

Ball valves are designed to be opened by rotating the lever handle in a counterclockwise
direction, and closing in a clockwise direction. The handle indicates the ball port
direction.
Under certain conditions, throttling flow in the near-closed position can destroy the valve
seats. Consult factory for throttling service.

INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE

1)
Periodic inspection and preventative maintenance is not required other than
adjustment of stem packing, and cycling of the valve from open to closed position.
2)
If a valve develops a packing leak, adjust the packing nut to increase the pressure on the
stem packing. The packing nut should be turned in a clockwise direction approximately
1/4 turn, or until the leakage stops. Do not repack valves under pressure
3)
Repair or replacement of two piece ball valves internal parts is not recommended.
Damage can occur to the body and tailpiece during disassembly that would make the
valve inoperable.
REPAIR PARTS
Under normal conditions, repair parts are not required.
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